The Shadow Nose

Elizabeth Levy

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The Shadow Nose

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elizabeth Levy

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: mysterious shadow paintings are popping up all over Greenwich Village, and a young boy finds himself the prime suspect. Nobody knows who is really behind them, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This early reader mystery follows a young boy who becomes the main suspect when shadow paintings mysteriously appear in his neighborhood. Suitable for ages 5-8, it features gentle suspense and encourages critical thinking without any intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

66 pages
ISBN
9780590332811
Pages
66
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
March 1985
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Children's Stories, AmericanGreenwich VillageMystery and Detective Stories